Astros host White Sox in AL wild card series opener today
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Last updated Sep 29, 2026
The Houston Astros and Chicago White Sox begin their best-of-three American League wild card series today at Daikin Park. Game 1 is scheduled for 5 p.m. ET, with the matchup airing on NBCSN and streaming on Peacock. Houston, despite an 81-81 record, secured the AL West title, while Chicago makes its first playoff appearance since 2021. Astros' Jose Altuve enters the postseason with 27 career playoff home runs, ranking second in MLB history. The teams are set to meet again for Game 2 on Wednesday, followed by a potential Game 3 on Thursday.
- •Game 1 starts at 5 p.m. ET at Daikin Park.
- •Astros secured AL West despite an even record.
- •White Sox return to playoffs after a long absence.
- •Altuve is second in all-time postseason home runs.
- 10:11 AMYahoo Sports — Where to watch Astros vs White Sox today: Game time, TV channel for AL Game 1
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